Computer Hygine

[~FireTap]

Here is a list of programs that you will need to download in order to properly clean your computer, because even a machine needs a good scrubbin'.

All of these programs are free. People really like free things. I never recommend something unless i truely think it will be effective. If you dont trust me, or if you wish to buy professional versions of these programs, visit their website.

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Ad-Aware Personal = The most efficient freeware adware detector out there.

Spybot: Search and Destroy = An incredible program which not only detects and removes spyware, but makes your computer immune to over 5000 types of spyware.

Microsoft Antispyware = Although just a beta, it still grabs some of the spyware the Spybot misses. Incredible for a beta.

AntiVir = A great freeware antivirus program that works under your computers current processes.

Outpost Firewall = A firewall to give your computer that extra security.

RAM Booster = Clear up all that excess RAM in a matter of seconds. Very fast, very reliable, very easy. Just like Al Sharpton

TweakNow Registry Cleaner = If you are an avid downloader and uninstaller, then you have a lot of excess registry keys. Safely remove those useless, CPU wasting keys with this free Reg Cleaner.

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Special thanks to Sabbath

[myst]

I downloaded that RAM booster, and I still don't understand what it does. anyone want to explain when I want to use it?

[static06]

Originally posted by MystiKal@Jul 31 2005, 08:29 AM
I downloaded that RAM booster, and I still don't understand what it does. anyone want to explain when I want to use it?

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Cleans up ram to add a tiny bit extra

And you should add ZoneAlarm to the list
www.zonealarm.com - Free firewall rated #1 by PC World Magazine, Pro version is for buying, but you can get a trial of it. Very good

Nice list too! I have Ad-Aware, Spybot S&D, and Microsoft Beta and Free AntiVirus already (All really good for freebies!)

[Sobek]

Avast Antivirus - Best EVER!

[static06]

Oh and thnx for Ram Booster

[Cenoix]

Also.. add Spyware Dr.

[Sobek]

Yeah, that's a great program! I use it as well.

[PP Bone]

Add spyware blaster to the list. All you do is install it and click "enable all protection" and you're set. Ever since I installed it, I stopped getting problems in spybot.

[imported_XTTX]

Originally posted by Ardeo@Jul 31 2005, 03:23 PM
Avast Antivirus* -* Best EVER!

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Kaspersky is better.

[.element]

Special thanks Amaze on aaotracker

Originally posted by [HOUHA]AmaZe!^
Freeware System* * Optimization Tools</span>

<span style=\'colorrange\'>CCleaner

CCleaner is a freeware system optimization and privacy tool. It removes unused files from your system - allowing Windows to run faster and freeing up valuable hard disk space. It also cleans traces of your online activities such as your Internet history. But the best part is that it&#39;s fast (normally taking less that a second to run) and contains NO Spyware or Adware!

License:* * Freeware
Price:* Free
O/S:* windows 95/98/NT4/ME/2000/XP/2003
Author:* http://www.ccleaner.com/

Copied and pasted from our forum but thought,this would be a nice collection for some ppl.Made by m8 Palermo